Algeria-Brazil Bilateral Trade Analysis 2023

Complete trade statistics: $4.29B total volume •Algeria deficit: $455.48M

AlgeriaBrazil

$1.92B

Exports (2023)

BrazilAlgeria

$2.37B

Imports (2023)

Trade Balance

$455.48M

Deficit for Algeria

Total Trade

$4.29B

Combined Volume

Trade Flow Visualization

Direct trade relationship between Algeria and Brazil. Green line shows exports from Algeria, red line shows imports.

Detailed Product Trade Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of trade flows by product category, revealing the specialized nature of the Algeria-Brazil commercial relationship and competitive positioning in global markets.

AlgeriaBrazil Exports

$1.92B
2023 Total

Export Market Intelligence

Product Diversity:
Specialized Focus
Market Share:
74.7% top product
1Oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude
$1.43B
74.7% of exports
2Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution
$288.92M
15.1% of exports
3Petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
$135.63M
7.1% of exports
4Cement clinkers (whether or not coloured)
$30.93M
1.6% of exports
5Petroleum gases and other gaseous hydrocarbons: liquefied, natural gas
$17.76M
0.9% of exports

🎯 Strategic Export Focus

Algeria's export portfolio to Brazil demonstrates strategic specialization, with oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude representing a key competitive advantage in this bilateral market.

BrazilAlgeria Imports

$2.37B
2023 Total

Import Dependency Profile

Supply Diversity:
Concentrated
Critical Imports:
39.2% concentration
1Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter
$931.20M
39.2% of imports
2Cereals: maize (corn), other than seed
$449.19M
18.9% of imports
3Soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken
$436.52M
18.4% of imports
4Iron ores and concentrates: agglomerated (excluding roasted iron pyrites)
$154.18M
6.5% of imports
5Vegetable oils: soya-bean oil and its fractions, crude, whether or not degummed, not chemically modified
$138.86M
5.8% of imports

📦 Import Strategy Analysis

Algeria's import pattern from Brazil reveals strategic sourcingin sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, highlighting complementary economic structures and potential supply chain optimization opportunities.

Competitive Trade Position Analysis

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Market Leadership

Algeria demonstrates competitive strength in exportingoils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude to Brazil, leveraging comparative advantages.

Export Leader in 5+ Categories
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Trade Complementarity

The bilateral relationship showsstrongcomplementarity, with each country specializing in different sectors.

Highly Balanced
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Growth Potential

The $4.29B trade volume indicates substantial economic integration with room for expansion in emerging sectors.

Significant Partnership

Executive Summary: Algeria-Brazil Trade Relationship

Key Trade Highlights 2023

  • Total Trade Volume: $4.29 billionrepresenting a significant bilateral economic relationship
  • Trade Balance: Algeria maintains a deficit of $455.48 million
  • Export Focus: Algeria's primary exports include oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution, petroleum oils and oils from bituminous minerals, not crude: preparations n.e.c. containing by weight 70% or more of petroleum oils or oils from bituminous minerals: these being the basic constituents of the preparations: waste oils
  • Import Dependencies: Key imports from Brazil include sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, cereals: maize (corn), other than seed, soya beans: other than seed, whether or not broken

Strategic Trade Indicators

Trade IntensityHigh
Export DiversificationConcentrated
Trade Balance HealthBalanced

📈 Market Position: This bilateral trade relationship represents an important regional trade partnerships, with complementary economic strengths driving sustained commercial exchange.

Historical Trade Analysis & Economic Context

Trade Evolution Timeline

2019-2023: Recent Trends

Current trade volume of $4.29B represents the culmination of evolving bilateral commercial relationships, influenced by global supply chain shifts and changing economic priorities.

2015-2019: Growth Period

Sustained expansion in bilateral trade driven by complementary economic structures, with Algeria leveraging its comparative advantages in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude.

2010-2015: Foundation Building

Establishment of modern trade frameworks and reduction of barriers, facilitating increased commercial exchange and investment flows between the two economies.

Pre-2010: Early Development

Initial stages of bilateral trade relationship development, with focus on traditional export-import patterns and gradual market integration.

Key Economic Drivers

1

Comparative Advantage

Algeria's specialization in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crudecomplements Brazil's demand patterns, creating natural trade synergies.

2

Supply Chain Integration

Deep integration in global value chains has strengthened bilateral linkages, particularly in sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.

3

Market Access & Trade Policy

Favorable trade agreements and market access conditions have facilitated the growth of this $4.29B bilateral relationship.

Trade Pattern Insights

Trade ComplementarityAsymmetric
Seasonal VariationsModerate
Product ConcentrationMedium
Market DependencyModerate
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Trade Relationship Outlook

The $4.29B bilateral trade volume positions this relationship for continued growth, supported by technological advancement, evolving consumer preferences, and strengthening economic ties. Key opportunities lie in expanding cooperation in emerging sectors while managing potential supply chain vulnerabilities.

Economic Impact & Strategic Outlook

Economic Impact Assessment

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Trade Volume Impact

The $4.29 billion bilateral trade volume represents a important trade relationshipfor both economies.

Economic Significance: Moderate
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Industrial Integration

Trade flows in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude and sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter demonstrate deep industrial linkages and supply chain integration.

Supply Chain Integration: Specialized
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Trade Balance Effects

Algeria's trade deficit of $455.48 million impacts its overall economic position in this bilateral relationship.

Balance Impact: Well Balanced

Strategic Future Outlook

🚀Growth Opportunities

Emerging Sectors
Technology transfer and innovation cooperation in fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution present expansion opportunities.
Market Diversification
Beyond current focus on sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, new product categories offer potential for trade expansion.

⚠️Risk Factors

Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
Moderate concentration in key sectors requires monitoring
Market Competition
Global competition in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude may affect future market positioning.

🎯Strategic Recommendations

  • Strengthen cooperation in high-value sectors beyond current trade patterns
  • Develop alternative supply chains to reduce dependency risks
  • Explore joint ventures in emerging technology sectors
  • Enhance trade facilitation and reduce transaction costs

Market Position & Competitive Summary

The bilateral trade relationship between Algeria and Brazil represents a total trade volume of $4.29 billion in 2023. This partnership demonstrates an unfavorable trade balance for Algeria, with imports exceeding exportsby $455.48 million.

Export Strengths

Algeria's exports to Brazil total $1.92 billion, with competitive advantages in oils: petroleum oils and oils obtained from bituminous minerals, crude, representing $1.43B or74.7% of bilateral exports.

Import Dependencies

Imports from Brazil amount to $2.37 billion, highlighting economic interdependence in sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in subheading note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter, with Sugars: cane sugar, raw, in solid form, other than as specified in Subheading Note 2 to this chapter, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter comprising39.2% of total imports.

The trade relationship reflects broader economic patterns and comparative advantages. The trade deficit indicates Algeria's strategic sourcing from Brazil. This partnership is characterized by complementary trade flows, with each country specializing in different product categories based on their respective economic strengths, industrial capabilities, and position in global value chains.

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Data Source: CEPII BACI (Base pour l'Analyse du Commerce International) • Last Updated: January 2025 • Coverage: 1995-2023